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City seeks local photographers for 'How We ROC' community engagement program

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 31, 2024

As part of its new How We ROC program, the City of Rochester is seeking six photographers with a unique local vision and a passion for Rochester to reveal the visual story of the diverse community engagement at major city events.

Mayor Evans appoints Dhimant Master as City's first Chief Data Officer

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 31, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today the appointment of Dhimant Master as the City’s Chief Data Officer, a newly created position aimed at overseeing the implementation of a comprehensive data strategy and fostering an evidence-based culture within the City workforce.

Bands on the Bricks continues with Zac Brown Tribute Band this Friday

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 30, 2024

The Bands on the Bricks summer live music series, presented by the IDE Family of Dealerships, continues at 5:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 2 with the Zac Brown Tribute Band and The Monica Hall Band as the opener.

Cool Sweep initiative extended through August due to high temperatures

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 30, 2024

In anticipation of forecasted high temperatures, Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today that the Cool Sweep operation currently in effect will continue through Friday, Aug. 2. City R-Centers, pools, Durand Eastman Beach, some library branches, and spray parks and features will be available so residents can remain safe and comfortable. Some locations will also have extended hours.

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Rochester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 28, 2024

The following parishes in the Rochester Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Monroe County school's student body predominantly comprised of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 27, 2024

White students made up the largest portion of Monroe County student body in the 2022-23 school year, according to the New York State Education Department.

Rochester's Food Truck Rodeo returns with local bands and cuisine

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 26, 2024

Celebrating Rochester’s mobile cuisine, local beer, and live music scene, the popular Food Truck Rodeos event series continues this month with Big Blue House from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 31 at the City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St.

International Plaza hosts Market Sundays featuring diverse cultural performances

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

This week’s International Plaza Market Sunday will feature vendors, cultural foods, dance groups, and live music by DJ Redd from 1 to 5 p.m., July 28, 2024, at 828 N. Clinton Ave.

Community garage sales continue Sunday at Rochester Public Market

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

The Greatest Community Garage Sales and Super Fleas at the City of Rochester Public Market will take place from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 280 N. Union St., continuing for five more Sundays throughout the summer and fall.

Community garage sales return to Rochester Public Market on July 28

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

The Greatest Community Garage Sales and Super Fleas at the City of Rochester Public Market will take place from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 280 N. Union St. The event will continue for five more Sundays throughout the summer and fall.

Gospel Jubilee returns to Rochester with music and health screenings

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans invites the community to celebrate a decade of soul-stirring music and community spirit at the 10th annual Gospel Jubilee at the City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St., from 4 to 7 p.m., Sunday, July 28.

Gospel Jubilee celebrates its 10th year with music and health services in Rochester

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans invites the community to celebrate a decade of soul-stirring music and community spirit at the 10th annual Gospel Jubilee at the City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St., from 4 to 7 p.m., Sunday, July 28.

Pathways to Peace hosts community barbeques across Rochester

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 23, 2024

Members of the City of Rochester’s Pathways to Peace outreach team are organizing barbeques in several city neighborhoods this summer. The Pathways to Peace Barbeques aim to build positive relationships, strengthen neighborhoods, and reduce youth violence.

Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad to perform at Bands on the Bricks

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 23, 2024

The Bands on the Bricks summer live music series, presented by the IDE Family of Dealerships, continues at 5:30 p.m., Friday, July 26 with Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad and Judah as the opener.

FDA: 2 companies in cities within Monroe County received 2 citations in Q2

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 23, 2024

There were two companies in a city associated with Monroe County that received FDA citations as a result of two inspections conducted in the county over the second quarter of 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Rochester develops ADA transition plan for city right-of-way

By Rochester Reporter | Jul 22, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today that the City is developing an ADA Transition Plan to guide improvements to accessibility in the City Right-of-Way. This comprehensive plan, mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), focuses on identifying physical barriers in transportation systems and facilities and creating a plan to eliminate those barriers to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities.